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Wireshark 4.4.2: Security updates, bug fixes, updated protocol support

Wireshark, the popular network protocol analyzer, has reached version 4.4.2. It is used for troubleshooting, analysis, development and education. The following vulnerabilities have been fixed: wnpa-sec-2024-14 FiveCo RAP dissector infinite loop. wnpa-sec-2024-15 ECMP dissector crash. Updated protocol support: ARTNET, ASN.1 PER, BACapp, BT BR/EDR, CQL, DOF, ECMP, ENIP, FiveCo RAP, Frame, FTDI FT, HSRP, HTTP/2, ICMPv6, IEEE 802.11, MBTCP, MMS, MPEG PES, PN-DCP, POP, ProtoBuf, PTP, RPC, RTCP, SIP, SRT, Syslog, TCP, UMTS RLC, USB … More → The post Wireshark 4.4.2: Security updates, bug fixes, updated protocol support appeared first on Help Net Security.
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AI Kuru, cybersecurity and quantum computing

As we continue to delegate more infrastructure operations to artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computers are advancing towards Q-day (i.e., the day when quantum computers can break current encryption methods). This could compromise the security of digital communications, as well as autonomous control systems that use AI and ML to make decisions. As AI and quantum converge to reveal extraordinary novel technologies, they will also combine to produce new threat vectors and quantum cryptanalysis. AI and … More → The post AI Kuru, cybersecurity and quantum computing appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Overcoming legal and organizational challenges in ethical hacking

In this Help Net Security interview, Balázs Pózner, CEO at Hackrate, discusses the essential technical skills for ethical hackers and how they vary across different security domains. He explains how AI and machine learning enhance ethical hacking by streamlining vulnerability detection and boosting defenses. Pózner also discusses legal challenges and highlights the role of community testing and user education in improving cybersecurity tools. What are the most critical technical skills an ethical hacker should possess, … More → The post Overcoming legal and organizational challenges in ethical hacking appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Deploy a SOC using Kali Linux in AWS

The Kali SOC in AWS project enables the deployment of a Security Operations Center (SOC) in AWS, utilizing the Kali Linux toolset for purple team activities. This environment is ideal for honing skills in security operations, threat detection, incident response, and training scenarios. About the Kali SOC project “I created this project to address the need for accessible and customizable detection and threat hunting labs. People often ask me for advice on building labs, and … More → The post Deploy a SOC using Kali Linux in AWS appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Assessing AI risks before implementation

In this Help Net Security video, Frank Kim, SANS Institute Fellow, explains why more enterprises must consider many challenges before implementing advanced technology in their platforms. Without adequately assessing and understanding the risks accompanying AI integration, organizations will not be able to harness its full potential or even just ensure that it’s in the best interest of their organization to utilize it. Some important considerations to think about include: Data risks – Ensuring that the … More → The post Assessing AI risks before implementation appeared first on Help Net Security.
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